Mongrel Mix, Self-Titled
Mongrel Mix is an eclectic blend of unique styles where it seems music is coming from all directions. You’re […]
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RICH HIL NEW VIDEO “WHERE DID THEY COME FROM”
Rich Hil has teamed up with Boo Bonic (formerly of Philly’s Most Wanted) for a video for their collaboration, “Where
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SLASH DEBUTS AS #1 ROCK ALBUM
Slash, the iconic musician consistently referenced as one of the best living guitarists, has landed on the top of the
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CHIDDY BANG BREAK OUT WITH “OPPOSITE OF ADULTS”
The notion of “traditional hip hop” has changed forever. Whether you’re talking about genre bending projects from superstars like Kanye
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MUSIC UP CLOSE, APRIL 2010
Hello, Music Up Close readers, we are finally back up and operating once more. The construction to our virtual club
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JASON REEVES HITS THE ROAD FOR SPRING TOUR
Singer and songwriter Jason Reeves will hit the road in April for a month-long spring tour throughout the East Coast
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MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 15th, 2010
JUSTIN BIEBER CLIMBS BACK TO NUMBER ONE Just one week after Justin Bieber’s mentor, Usher, topped the charts, the 16-year-old
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Sonic Rebellion, Heads We Win…Tails You Lose
Are you ready for a rebellion full of hard rock and jaw-dropping energy? If so, it’s time to get
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SAVING ABEL USO PHOTOS
Rock band Saving Abel re-teams with the USO and boards the USS Carl Vinson as part of a USO concert
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THE LOVE LANGUAGE OFFER “HEART TO TELL” MP3
On July 13, The Love Language will release their Merge Records debut, Libraries.
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THEY’RE BAAAAACK!
After a long hiatus, the boys from Houston, best known to us as H-Town, are back, with their forthcoming album,
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MUSIC & THE ILLUMINATI
I am very excited to start my own column here at Skopemag.com called, “In My Opinion.” I plan on writing
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DARRYL MOORE OFFERS “DREAM GIRL” MP3
Soul crooner Darryl Moore is excited to announce the release of his debut album, Where I’m At. Following collaborative work
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CAROLE KING “YOU MAKE ME FEEL LIKE A NATURAL WOMAN” VIDEO
On April 27th The Essential Carole King will be available at both physical and digital retail outlets courtesy of Ode/Epic/Legacy
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SOUL SINGER ELI “PAPERBOY†REED MAKES CAPITOL RECORDS DEBUT
Brooklyn-based soul singer Eli “Paperboy” Reed will make his major label debut with the August 10 release of Come And
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KOTTONMOUTH KINGS POST NEW ALBUM ON MYSPACE
Kottonmouth Kings are currently streaming their entire new album online at www.MySpace.com/KottonmouthKings. The group’s new album, “Long Live The Kings”,
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CYPRESS HILL NEW “ARMADA LATINA” VIDEO
CYPRESS HILL has announced dates for a string of North American and European shows set to kick off May 11th
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COHEED AND CAMBRIA PERFORM ON FUEL TV
FUEL TV, the only network dedicated to the lifestyle of action sports, is excited to announce the upcoming appearance of
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CONCORD MUSIC GROUP ACQUIRES CELEBRATED AMERICAN ROOTS LABEL ROUNDER RECORDS
The Concord Music Group today announced the acquisition of storied Massachusetts-based independent music label Rounder Records. Rounder, celebrating its 40th
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GAME SET TO RELEASE R.E.D. ALBUM JUNE 15th
Multi-platinum Grammy nominated rapper Game (Jayceon Taylor) is set to release his highly anticipated R.E.D. Album on June 15th.
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MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14th, 2010
CHRISTINA AGUIERA’S SINGLE IS OUT! Christina Aguilera’s new single, “Not Myself Tonight,” is available for download at iTunes and other
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White Denim, Fits
This one should come as no surprise: it’s another genre-bending and altogether righteous rock and roll band out of Austin.
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My Silent Bravery, Are You Prepared?
Formerly known as the Matt Shwachman Band, this group decided to get a complete makeover. The new image is
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PAUL COUTURE & LUDACRIS “SELF MADE MILLIONAIRE” AUDIO ON YOUTUBE
One thing is for sure, when you listen to Artist /Producer/Songwriter Paul Couture, this kid’s got talent. “Self Made
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TED JOSEPH TAKES THE REINS OF LAS VEGAS BASED INDIE LABEL ODDS ON RECORDS
In the nearly 35 years since Ted Joseph began his incredibly diverse 21-year-stint at Warner Bros. Records, the industry has
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JONATHAN McHUGH APPOINTED SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FILM, TV & SOUNDTRACKS
Jonathan McHugh has been appointed Senior Vice President of Film, TV & Soundtracks, Island Def Jam Music Group, it
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THE LATEST ALBUM FROM NEW YORK CITY’S SCISSOR SISTERS SET FOR JUNE 29th
Scissor Sisters return with their third album, Night Work, due out June 29th in the U.S. and on June 28th
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HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS TOUR WITH BAYSIDE
Heads up fans; Hawthorne Heights are coming your way! The band is about to kick off their first leg
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REPRISE RECORDS TO RELEASE THE ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING OF AMERICAN IDIOT
Reprise Records will release The Original Broadway Cast Recording of American Idiot on April 20, 2010, the same day the
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MARY J. BLIGE SOULFULLY ROCKS COVERS OF THE LED ZEPPELIN CLASSICS
A fearlessMary J. Blige is taking on rock icon–Led Zeppelin. Her covers of two of rock’s greatest songs, “Stairway
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SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Nas & Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley “As We Enter”
We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is
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TAKING BACK SUNDAY BEGIN WORK ON THEIR FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM
Warner Bros Records artists Taking Back Sunday have begun work on their fifth studio album. The acclaimed New
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WOLFMOTHER RELEASE “FAR AWAY” VIDEO
The wait is over for Wolfmother fans! The band’s music video for “Far Away” has finally premiered.
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STOLI HEADS TO BALTIMORE TO KICK IT WITH YOUNG FAME
This week we are heading down to Baltimore, MD to meet up with an emcee whose resume & rap sheet
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MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 13th, 2010
GAGA MAKES U-K CHART HISTORY Lady Gaga has made U-K chart history. The pop star’s album The Fame has
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Bulletproof Messenger, Arm Yourself
Prepare yourself for a fistful of heavy rock joints that will leave a lasting impression on you. Bulletproof Messenger
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The Echo Falls, The Echo Falls
The Echo Falls swoon with the kind of classic pop sensibilities that you can’t help but find endearing. In small
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ANTHONY SMITH RELEASES NEW SINGLE “LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVEâ€
Krankit Records recording artist Anthony Smith is set to release his new single, “Love Is Love Is Love,” from his
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LA COKA NOSTRA MEMBER SLAINE TAKES ON SAM ADAMS
Slaine, of the rap super group La Coka Nostra, has voiced his concerns about the success of rapper Sam Adams
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THE TIME CAPSULE
For a very long time now, the idea of a time capsule where someone puts objects and memories in a